The Trojans peering from the lofty walls survey the foe, and arm for sure defence of every point exposed. They prove the gates with fearful care, bind bridge with tower, and bring good store of javelins. Serestus bold and Mnestheus to their labors promptly fly, whom SireAeneas bade in time of stress to have authority and free command over his warriors. Along the walls the legions, by the cast of lots, divide the pain and peril, giving each his due of alternating vigil and repose.